The town of Bosa  is situated about 40kms to the south of Alghero and is reached by a fabulous winding costal road which gives some amazing views of the mountains and the crystaline waters. Take time to stop off along this road to enjoy the wonderful beaches   8 km from Alghero is la speranza which also has a snack-bar and restaurant. About 5 km from Bosa you will see parking spaces which allow access to a number of small sandy beaches

The Town of Bosa

Bosa is built 4 km from the sea on the River temo which is the only navigable river in Sardinia. Bosa, is surrounded by mountains and sea, and has been protected from tourist development which gives the town a relaxed, laid back atmosphere. Bosa is dominated by the hilltop remains of Castello Malaspina, the medieval fortress constructed by the powerful Malaspina family in 1112. In addition to its exterior walls and towers only the single church of Nostra Signora di Regnos Altos remains standing within although this contains some fine examples of Catalan style frescos dating back to the fourteenth century.

To the south of the Castle, on the north bank next to the bridge, is the Cathedral. This structure dates back to the fifteenth century although the exterior is from the more recent Baroque period. Inside, is a splendid interior of marble statues and nineteenth century frescos.

The Marina

Bosa marina is located at the mouth of the River Temo and this resort extension was once the site of the main town. Today it comprises of a deep and wide sandy beach overlooked by a Spanish watchtower and backed by a small number of hotels, restaurants and bars.